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Cooking the Books: Red, White, and Blueberry

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Creative Commons at North East Branch
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate one of Summer's favorite fruits: blueberries! Learn tasty new ways to use this versatile, healthy, and naturally sweet treat.

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Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Creative Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Cooking
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Celebrate one of Summer's favorite fruits: blueberries! Learn tasty new ways to use this versatile, healthy, and naturally sweet treat.

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Plant Exchange

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Bring in a plant to exchange with fellow gardening enthusiasts and take home something new for your own backyard.

This is a Longwood Community Read program.

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Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
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Event Details:

Bring in a plant to exchange with fellow gardening enthusiasts and take home something new for your own backyard.

This is a Longwood Community Read program.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Elkton Conference Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

News of the World by Paulette Jiles

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Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
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Event Details:

News of the World by Paulette Jiles

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Cutting the Cord: Cable Alternatives

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how the library's free resources, like Marina interlibrary loan and hoopla video downloads, can help you cut the cord. Plus, gain knowledge of some popular streaming services like Netflix and Hulu.

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Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how the library's free resources, like Marina interlibrary loan and hoopla video downloads, can help you cut the cord. Plus, gain knowledge of some popular streaming services like Netflix and Hulu.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Garden Senses Series: Garden Scents, More than a Smell

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

A garden is not only a feast for the eyes, but also your nose. Explore how flowers use scent to their advantage and how our bodies perceive scent.

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Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
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Event Details:

A garden is not only a feast for the eyes, but also your nose. Explore how flowers use scent to their advantage and how our bodies perceive scent.

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Bookmobile at Town of Rising Sun Event: SunFest

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Bookmobile
Age Group:
Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, at local events! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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Library Branch: Bookmobile
Age Group: Birth to Five, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Adults, Family
Event Details:

Visit our Bookmobile to browse and borrow from a wide selection of books, movies, and more, at local events! Please be aware that arrival times may vary by up to 30 minutes due to road conditions or other unforeseen circumstances.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Intro to AI

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about the exciting possibilities of artificial intelligence (AI), from writing emails with ChatGPT to creating images using Midjourney. 

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Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
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Event Details:

Learn about the exciting possibilities of artificial intelligence (AI), from writing emails with ChatGPT to creating images using Midjourney. 

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Chesapeake City Meeting Room at Chesapeake City Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

"The Overstory" by Richard Powers

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Library Branch: Chesapeake City Branch
Room: Chesapeake City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

"The Overstory" by Richard Powers

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

"The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife" by Anna Johnston

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Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
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Event Details:

"The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife" by Anna Johnston

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

How to Start a Small Business

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Business, Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the essentials of starting a small business, from creating a solid business plan to understanding legal requirements and financial basics from Small Business Consultant, Maura Van Syckle.

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Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business, Jobs & Careers
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Event Details:

Learn the essentials of starting a small business, from creating a solid business plan to understanding legal requirements and financial basics from Small Business Consultant, Maura Van Syckle.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

"Lady Tan's Circle of Women" by Lisa See

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Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Lady Tan's Circle of Women" by Lisa See

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

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Book Discussion

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

"The Hellfire Club" by Jake Tapper

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Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

"The Hellfire Club" by Jake Tapper

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Intro to Homesteading: Composting

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how the natural processes of decomposition and recycling of composting help close the loop on the organic waste cycle, turning kitchen and yard scraps into a valuable resource for improving soil health and promoting a more sustainable way of

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Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how the natural processes of decomposition and recycling of composting help close the loop on the organic waste cycle, turning kitchen and yard scraps into a valuable resource for improving soil health and promoting a more sustainable way of

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Music in the Library: Jacqueline Pollauf

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rising Sun Meeting Room at Rising Sun Branch
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults

Award-winning harpist Jacqueline Pollauf will present an hour of harp compositions. 

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Library Branch: Rising Sun Branch
Room: Rising Sun Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
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Event Details:

Award-winning harpist Jacqueline Pollauf will present an hour of harp compositions. 

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Dungeons & Dragons: At the Library

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
North East Meeting Room at North East Branch
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

Whether you are new or an expert DnD player this is a place for you. This program is recommended for ages 16+.

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Library Branch: North East Branch
Room: North East Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
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Event Details:

Whether you are new or an expert DnD player this is a place for you. This program is recommended for ages 16+.

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By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Music in the Library: NCSO Brass Quintet

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Perryville Meeting Room at Perryville Branch
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults

Hear some classic patriotic tunes with the Northern Chesapeake Symphony Orchestra's brass quintet.

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Library Branch: Perryville Branch
Room: Perryville Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hear some classic patriotic tunes with the Northern Chesapeake Symphony Orchestra's brass quintet.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.

Maryland Women and Lafayette

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Elkton Meeting Room at Elkton Branch
Program Type:
History/Cultural
Age Group:
Adults

The Marquis de Lafayette had extraordinary relationships, both romantic and otherwise,  with many women during his lifetime. Elizabeth Cairnes Poe and Eliza Ridgely from Baltimore were two such women. Join Dr.

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Library Branch: Elkton Branch
Room: Elkton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Cultural
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Event Details:

The Marquis de Lafayette had extraordinary relationships, both romantic and otherwise,  with many women during his lifetime. Elizabeth Cairnes Poe and Eliza Ridgely from Baltimore were two such women. Join Dr.

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Photography and Video Policy

By registering for this event, you or those attending with you may be photographed or recorded on video that will be used for library promotional purposes. If you or a member of your group would not like to be photographed, please alert a staff member at the program.